How to Pronounce Squander

To pronounce "squander", say SQUAND-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskwɒnd.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈskwɒnd.ə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “squander”

"squander" has 2 syllables: squand-er. It rhymes with condor and launder, if that helps it stick.

What does squander mean?

verb

  1. To waste, lavish, splurge; to spend lavishly or profusely; to dissipate.
  2. To scatter; to disperse.

Synonyms

ducks and drakessplurgewastethrow away

Words that rhyme with squander

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

condorlaunderyonderbondertransponderblonderresponderdonderalexandrebronder

Related words

wasteblowwareconsumewastagelosemissdispel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "squander"?▾

"Squander" has 2 syllables: squand · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "squander"?▾

The IPA transcription of "squander" is /ˈskwɒnd.ə/.

What does "squander" mean?▾

Squander: To waste, lavish, splurge; to spend lavishly or profusely; to dissipate.

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